2011 Nissan Pathfinder Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 2011 Nissan Pathfinder has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 45 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire.

The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (12 reports).

2Recalls
45Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2011 Nissan Pathfinder recalls

Driver Airbag Emblem May Break Off and Strike Occupants

Recall 23V067Feb 10, 2023404,690 vehicles affected

The resin emblem on the driver's airbag cover can crack and detach when the airbag deploys.

Engine And Engine Cooling

Recall 11V592Dec 19, 201114,718 vehicles affected

Most common 2011 Nissan Pathfinder problems

Problem areas named in the 45 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Air Bags12
Engine10
Power Train7
Suspension6
Service Brakes5
Electrical System4
Seat Belts3
Unknown Or Other3
Steering2
Wheels2

What owners report

2025-06-11, Suspension
Rear sub frame has significant rust, snapped while driving at slow speed, there was no injury but steering was affected, no harm done this time but it is a known issue, 2wd model has a recall for the same part with the same issue
2025-06-09, Air Bags
My airbag light and seatbelt light are on and the horn has stopped working. Frame and front suspension is making a horrible creaking sound and has been for months. Frame seems to be rotted … I’ve taken it to multiple places to have it looked at…. I’ve also seen other complaints on here of people having the same issue! This poses a huge safety risk! Definitely needs a recall for both issues!
2024-03-05, Electrical System
Through a check engine light for camshaft position sensor bank 1 so I replaced both of them well that cleared the check engine light for a min and was running good the after five min of running it started rough idling cutting off and throwing a check engine light for p0340 again I sent it to the Nissan dealer shop they said it didn’t have no check light they tested the sensors and said there good and don’t know what it could be
2023-12-13, Suspension
Frame is rotted from rust. Not drivable as drive train connection to wheels in rear end ready to fail at any moment. Rust is so bad it will require towing to be repaired. Repair estimate exceeds blue book value. $4800. 110,000 current mileage. Recall for this problem existed on this make/model for years 2004 to 2009. This vehicle is 2011 with no recall as yet.
2023-09-14, Air Bags
The contact owns a 2011 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23E012000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

2011 Nissan Pathfinder questions

Does the 2011 Nissan Pathfinder have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2011 Nissan Pathfinder: Driver Airbag Emblem May Break Off and Strike Occupants; Engine And Engine Cooling. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2011 Nissan Pathfinder?

Based on 45 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (12), Engine (10), Power Train (7).

How do I check if a recall on my 2011 Nissan Pathfinder has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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